Entries are now open for the 2017 Judy Robb Memorial Trailing Trial, and will close on October 25, 2017 @ 5 p.m. It will be held in the Sacramento area on November 24, 25 & 26, 2017. There are a limited number of trails on Friday, with more on Saturday and Sunday.

The BWNC will be holding our second trailing camp of the year on April 8 & 9 in the Sacramento area. Our base camp location will be at Gibson Ranch, 8556 Gibson Ranch Rd, Elverta, CA 95626 (www.gibsonranchpark.com).

The fee for the camp is $35/dog for one day or $50/dog for both days. All fees will be used to support our Trailing Trial in the fall. Gibson Ranch charges a per car facility parking fee of $5 each day. There are restroom facilities on the premises.

EEC tests can be offered on Sunday if any are interested in taking the test. Please let us know as soon as possible if you plan to take the test on Sunday. You will need your dog's AKC registration number for the EEC test form. There is a $10 fee for the EECT, payable to the American Bloodhound Club.

The camp is rain or shine. The current forecast is for dry weather that weekend, but keep an eye on weather reports for changes. I plan to have the club pop up tents there for sun/rain protection. Bring your camp chairs for seating. Lunch is not provided, so you will need to bring a lunch or go to a local fast food joint as desired.

Several people have asked about hotels in the area. There are a fair number of hotels relatively close to Gibson Ranch. Here are 3 that I am pretty sure always allow dogs. I did not check with other hotels/motels in the area. You will want to verify that dogs are allowed, when you book reservations.

Download the premium and entry form by clicking on buttons below.

BWNC will be holding a tracking camp in San Jose, CA. Barbara Adcock has agreed to train us on the fundamentals of AKC regulation tracking, which differs from ABC mantrailing in that your bloodhound will need to stay on the exact trail, and must identify scent articles dropped at the end of the trail, or along the way, depending on the test level. The tracks have to meet certain layout requirements, and there will be no person hiding at the end of the trail.

The tracking camp will take place on Saturday June 4th and Sunday June 5th, 2016. We will meet at Evergreen Valley College, Student Parking Lot 7, located at 3095 Yerba Buena Road, San Jose, CA 95135. We will start at 8 a.m. The college does charge a $3.00 day use fee for the parking lot on Saturday. There is no parking fee on Sunday.

The fee for the camp is $35 per dog for one day, or $50 per dog if you attend both days. We are actively exploring the possibility of hosting a specialty tracking test next year, which will give bloodhounds entry priority over other breeds. We will use all camp proceeds to support a BWNC tracking test.

Be prepared for warm weather. Have water and a cool coat for your dog. We’ll have the club shade tents available if we are out in the open. We will break for a no host lunch about midway.

BWNC will be holding our next trailing camp on May 28 and 29, 2016. While not specifically designed for beginner dogs, like our last trailing camp, beginners are always welcome. We will meet at the "Duck Pond" parking lot (412 Aviation Blvd., Santa Rosa, CA 95403) at 8 a.m. and will proceed to trail locations from there.

The cost of the camp is $35 per dog if you attend only one day, or $50 per dog if you attend both days. All camp proceeds will be used to support our November Trailing Trial, which has been applied for and is currently awaiting ABC approval (mark your calendars for November 5 & 6 as the tentative dates, again, pending ABC approval).

We will break around mid-day for a no-host lunch. Please bring something to eat and drink for your lunch, or you can get something from one of the many local fast-food restaurants. We should be done around 4 p.m. each day.

Remember to bring your trailing gear, camp chairs, water and possible cool coats for your dogs, depending on weather. If expected to be hot, we will bring the club shade tents.

Let me know if you plan to attend, so that we can get a feel for how many dogs will be participating. AS ALWAYS, WE COULD DESPERATELY USE VOLUNTEERS WHO WILL NOT BE HANDLING DOGS TO BE OUR TRAIL RUNNERS. Please consider being a runner if you are not busy that weekend.

The PRBC's Trailing Trial in Enumclaw, WA is less than 4 months away (August 20 & 21, 2016), so if you plan to enter, this would be good practice for that event before the weather gets too warm.

Bloodhounds West's Northern Chapter will be hosting the American Bloodhound Club sanctioned Judy Robb Memorial Trailing Trial on November 28 and 29, 2015. A total of 10 trails will be offered over two days. Entries will open September 29, 2015 and close October 29, 2015.

Mark your calendar for the July Trailing Camp on the 25th and 26th to be held in the Windsor/Santa Rosa area. Details to be provided as we near the dates.

Our June trailing camp will be held on the weekend of June 27 & 28, 2015. We will meet at Pat Moffitt's house (1399 Sanders Road, Windsor, CA 95492) at 8 a.m. and will proceed to trail locations from there.

The cost of the camp is $35 per dog if you attend only one day, or $50 per dog if you attend both days. All camp proceeds will go towards our November Trailing Trial (ABC approval pending).

We will break around mid-day for a no-host lunch. Please bring something to eat and drink for your lunch, or you can get something from one of the many local fast-food restaurants. We should be done around 4 p.m. each day. There is space at Pat's house for tents, trailers, or RV's, but please contact Pat beforehand to confirm there is room available (mantrker@aol.com). There are also a number of hotels in Santa Rosa if you choose to stay in the area overnight.

Remember your trailing gear, water and possible cool coats for your dogs. The temperature in Windsor can get warm in June.

Please let Aldo Branch (abranchsj@hotmail.com) know if you plan to attend, so that we can get a feel for how many dogs will be participating. We also welcome anyone interested in participating as a trail layer, so feel free to bring your friends or family.

Mark your calendar for the May Trailing Camp on the 23rd and 24th to be held in the Windsor/Santa Rosa area. Details to be provided as we near the dates.

Bloodhounds West - Southern Chapter

1st Annual Trailing Trial

March 21 and 22, 2015

Lake Skinner Regional Park37701 Warren RoadWinchester, CA 92596

We are offering 6 MT trails and 2 MTI trails. Closing date is February 19, 2015 at 5:00 p.m., no exceptions. If we receive more entries than the number of trails available, we will conduct a lottery pursuant to ABC rules. Please see attached flyer, premium, and entry form for further details.

Bloodhounds West Northern Chapter will be holding 3 weekend trailing camps in Windsor, CA, on the weekends of December 13&14, January 17&18, and February 14&15. Starting times will be at 8 a.m.

The camps will be an excellent opportunity to prepare for the Southern California Trailing Trials on March 21 & 22, 2015, or for anyone interested in practicing their bloodhound's mantrailing skills.

EECT's will also be offered if needed by anyone in order to qualify to enter the trials.

The cost of the camps will be $35/dog per day, or $50/dog for both days of the weekend, payable to Bloodhounds West NC, and will include a simple lunch. Proceeds will be used to host future trailing trials.

There are two Motel 6 motels in Santa Rosa, which is only 7 miles from Windsor, for those coming from out of the area. Additionally, there is space on Pat's property for tent camping, RV's or trailers if interested.

***Pat can always use extra volunteers to lay trails for the camp. If you have any friends or family members that are willing to help out, please bring them along if you are attending, or have them contact Pat directly, if you are not.***

At least one week before the camp dates you plan to attend, please email Pat (mantrker@aol.com), to confirm your planned attendance, so we can plan for lunches. Thanks.

DATES: December 13&14, 2014; January 17&18, 2015, and February 14&15, 2015.TIME: 8:00 a.m.LOCATION: 1399 SANDERS ROAD, WINDSOR, CA 95492 (We will caravan to Denner Ranch or other locations from there)PHONE: 707-836-0261COST: $35/DOG PER DAY, OR $50/DOG IF YOU ATTEND BOTH DAYS (Make checks payable Bloodhound West)EQUIPMENT: HARNESS, LONG LINE, COLLAR, GLOVES, WORKING BOOTS, RAIN GEAR (depending on weather)

Bloodhounds West Northern Chapter will be holding 3 weekend trailing camps in Windsor, CA, on the weekends of December 13&14, January 17&18, and February 7&8. Starting times will be at 8 a.m.

The camps will be an excellent opportunity to prepare for the Southern California Trailing Trials on March 21 & 22, 2015, or for anyone interested in practicing their bloodhound's mantrailing skills.

EECT's will also be offered if needed by anyone in order to qualify to enter the trials.

The cost of the camps will be $35/dog per day, or $50/dog for both days of the weekend, payable to Bloodhounds West NC, and will include a simple lunch. Proceeds will be used to host future trailing trials.

There are two Motel 6 motels in Santa Rosa, which is only 7 miles from Windsor, for those coming from out of the area. Additionally, there is space on Pat's property for tent camping, RV's or trailers if interested.

***Pat can always use extra volunteers to lay trails for the camp. If you have any friends or family members that are willing to help out, please bring them along if you are attending, or have them contact Pat directly, if you are not.***

At least one week before the camp dates you plan to attend, please email Pat (mantrker@aol.com), to confirm your planned attendance, so we can plan for lunches. Thanks.

DATES: December 13&14, 2014; January 17&18, 2015, and February 7&8, 2015.TIME: 8:00 a.m.LOCATION: 1399 SANDERS ROAD, WINDSOR, CA 95492 (We will caravan to Denner Ranch or other locations from there)PHONE: 707-836-0261COST: $35/DOG PER DAY, OR $50/DOG IF YOU ATTEND BOTH DAYS (Make checks payable Bloodhound West)EQUIPMENT: HARNESS, LONG LINE, COLLAR, GLOVES, WORKING BOOTS, RAIN GEAR (depending on weather)

Bloodhounds West Northern Chapter will be holding 3 weekend trailing camps in Windsor, CA, on the weekends of December 13&14, January 17&18, and February 7&8. Starting times will be at 8 a.m.

The camps will be an excellent opportunity to prepare for the Southern California Trailing Trials on March 21 & 22, 2015, or for anyone interested in practicing their bloodhound's mantrailing skills.

EECT's will also be offered if needed by anyone in order to qualify to enter the trials.

The cost of the camps will be $35/dog per day, or $50/dog for both days of the weekend, payable to Bloodhounds West NC, and will include a simple lunch. Proceeds will be used to host future trailing trials.

There are two Motel 6 motels in Santa Rosa, which is only 7 miles from Windsor, for those coming from out of the area. Additionally, there is space on Pat's property for tent camping, RV's or trailers if interested.

***Pat can always use extra volunteers to lay trails for the camp. If you have any friends or family members that are willing to help out, please bring them along if you are attending, or have them contact Pat directly, if you are not.***

At least one week before the camp dates you plan to attend, please email Pat (mantrker@aol.com), to confirm your planned attendance, so we can plan for lunches. Thanks.

DATES: December 13&14, 2014; January 17&18, 2015, and February 7&8, 2015.TIME: 8:00 a.m.LOCATION: 1399 SANDERS ROAD, WINDSOR, CA 95492 (We will caravan to Denner Ranch or other locations from there)PHONE: 707-836-0261COST: $35/DOG PER DAY, OR $50/DOG IF YOU ATTEND BOTH DAYS (Make checks payable Bloodhound West)EQUIPMENT: HARNESS, LONG LINE, COLLAR, GLOVES, WORKING BOOTS, RAIN GEAR (depending on weather)

Bloodhounds West Northern Chapter on behalf of the American Bloodhound Clubis hosting a 3 day Agility trial open to all breeds. Trials will be held at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennet Valley Road, Santa Rosa, CA.

What to Bring: Collar (choke or pinch/prong preferred) 6 foot leash Lots of dog treats and toy (if dog is toy motivated, preferably not a squeaker toy) Crate or someone to hold your dog while you do a course walkthrough Poop bags Cash or Check for $30 payable to Bloodhounds West

Setup: Please arrive up to 30 minutes prior to the clinic start time to park, set up a crate, and warm up your dog. Clinic will begin promptly at stated time.

Directions: From the North: Take 101 South, exit Ralston Avenue, keep left at the fork and follow signs for Harbor Boulevard, merge onto Harbor Boulevard, turn left at Old County Road, after 0.2 miles facility will be on the left.

From the South: Take 101 North, exit Holly Street, turn right onto Old County Road, after 0.6 miles facility will be on the right.

Facility, Parking, and SMDTC Rules: This is an indoor facility with a bathroom. Tap water is available to fill your dog bowls. Parking is extremely limited in the lot. Do not park in front of any garage doors or in the designated spaces in front of the first two businesses closest to the street. There is ample street parking. Please potty your dog at the sidewalk. Do not let your dog potty on any bushes/trees in the parking lot or on the ivy along the fence.

What to Bring: Collar (choke or pinch/prong preferred) 6 foot leash Lots of dog treats and toy (if dog is toy motivated, preferably not a squeaker toy) Crate or someone to hold your dog while you do a course walkthrough Poop bags Cash or Check for $30 payable to Bloodhounds West

Setup: Please arrive up to 30 minutes prior to the clinic start time to park, set up a crate, and warm up your dog. Clinic will begin promptly at stated time.

Directions: From the North: Take 101 South, exit Ralston Avenue, keep left at the fork and follow signs for Harbor Boulevard, merge onto Harbor Boulevard, turn left at Old County Road, after 0.2 miles facility will be on the left.

From the South: Take 101 North, exit Holly Street, turn right onto Old County Road, after 0.6 miles facility will be on the right.

Facility, Parking, and SMDTC Rules: This is an indoor facility with a bathroom. Tap water is available to fill your dog bowls. Parking is extremely limited in the lot. Do not park in front of any garage doors or in the designated spaces in front of the first two businesses closest to the street. There is ample street parking. Please potty your dog at the sidewalk. Do not let your dog potty on any bushes/trees in the parking lot or on the ivy along the fence.

Trailing camp in Windsor, CA on Sunday June 22, 2014. The cost is $35 per dog, and will include lunch. MT trails will be run, but beginners are always welcome. Starting time will be 8 a.m.

Please contact Pat Moffitt at 707-836-0261 or by email at mantrker@aol.com to confirm your attendance.

***Pat is in need of volunteers to lay trails for the camp. If you have any friends or family members that are willing to help out, please bring them along if you are attending, or have them contact Pat directly, if you are not.***

LOCATION: 1399 SANDERS ROAD, WINDSOR, CA 95492PHONE: 707-836-0261COST EACH DAY: $35 PER DOG (Make check out to Bloodhound West), LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDEDEQUIPMENT: HARNESS, LONG LINE, COLLAR, GLOVES, WORKING BOOTS, and RAIN GEAR (unlikely, but will depend on weather)

What to Bring: Collar (choke or pinch/prong preferred) 6 foot leash Lots of dog treats and toy (if dog is toy motivated, preferably not a squeaker toy) Crate or someone to hold your dog while you do a course walkthrough Poop bags Cash or Check for $30 payable to Bloodhounds West

Setup: Please arrive up to 30 minutes prior to the clinic start time to park, set up a crate, and warm up your dog. Clinic will begin promptly at stated time.

Directions: From the North: Take 101 South, exit Ralston Avenue, keep left at the fork and follow signs for Harbor Boulevard, merge onto Harbor Boulevard, turn left at Old County Road, after 0.2 miles facility will be on the left.

From the South: Take 101 North, exit Holly Street, turn right onto Old County Road, after 0.6 miles facility will be on the right.

Facility, Parking, and SMDTC Rules: This is an indoor facility with a bathroom. Tap water is available to fill your dog bowls. Parking is extremely limited in the lot. Do not park in front of any garage doors or in the designated spaces in front of the first two businesses closest to the street. There is ample street parking. Please potty your dog at the sidewalk. Do not let your dog potty on any bushes/trees in the parking lot or on the ivy along the fence.

Trailing camp in Windsor, CA on Sunday May 25, 2014. The cost is $35 per dog, and will include lunch. MT trails will be run, but beginners are always welcome. Starting time will be 8 a.m.

Please contact Pat Moffitt at 707-836-0261 or by email at mantrker@aol.com to confirm your attendance.

***Pat is in need of volunteers to lay trails for the camp. If you have any friends or family members that are willing to help out, please bring them along if you are attending, or have them contact Pat directly, if you are not.***

LOCATION: 1399 SANDERS ROAD, WINDSOR, CA 95492PHONE: 707-836-0261COST EACH DAY: $35 PER DOG (Make check out to Bloodhound West), LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDEDEQUIPMENT: HARNESS, LONG LINE, COLLAR, GLOVES, WORKING BOOTS, and RAIN GEAR (unlikely, but will depend on weather)

You will be given the information needed to enter this Workshop/Trial for your EECT at this seminar. Also, please RSVP to Sue Sappok (suesappok@yahoo.com) if you think you might want to try for your EECT so you can be on the list. It is filling fast.